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University of the Pacific C ALIF OR NI A'S FIR S T UNI V ER SI T Y University of the Pacific is a nationally

in California’s state capital is home to the

ranked comprehensive university and

McGeorge School of Law, the new School of

California’s first chartered institution of

Health Sciences and an array of graduate

higher learning. Established in 1851, Pacific

programs while the renowned Dugoni School

has nearly 6,300 students and 10 schools

of Dentistry is based on the downtown

and colleges across three campuses in

San Francisco Campus. Pacific takes pride

northern California. The majority of students

in providing the highly personalized and

and the NCAA Division 1 athletics program

caring educational, social and residential

are based on the Stockton Campus, often

environments of a small college combined

cited as one of the nation’s most beautiful

with the choices and opportunities of a

college campuses. The Sacramento Campus

major comprehensive university.

Top 2%

14:1

In alumni earnings

Student/faculty ratio

(Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce)

#

18

Best Universities in the West (Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education, 2021)

A B OU T PACIFIC

The University has three campuses— in Sacramento, San Francisco and Stockton—placing us in three of the most diverse and dynamic cities in the nation.

University of the Pacific was established

rankings designate University of the

graduate and accelerated professional

in 1851 as California's first chartered

Pacific as a Top 100 national university

degree programs: Arthur A. Dugoni

institution of higher learning. It has a

and #18 Best University in the West.

School of Dentistry, College of the

history of firsts including California’s first music conservatory and California’s first university to open its doors to women.

The university has three campuses— in Sacramento, San Francisco and Stockton—placing us in three of the most diverse cities in the nation with some of the fastest growing and most dynamic industries in the country. The Wall Street Journal and Times Higher Education

University of the Pacific’s mission is to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities. We strive to accomplish this goal through ten schools, offering undergraduate,

Pacific (natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, fine arts, performing arts), Benerd College (education), Conservatory of Music, Eberhardt School of Business, Graduate School, McGeorge School of Law, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, and Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy.

Student Body Profile

873 Sacramento

4,692 Stockton

3,524 Undergraduate 1,645 Professional

1,094 Graduate

698 San Francisco ENROLLMEN T BY C AMP U S

52% Female

48% Male

7.9% 5.4%

0.3% 2.1% 37.10%

20.6%

UND ERGR ADUAT E E T HNICI T Y BR E AK DOW N Native American Asian/Pacific Islander Black/non-Hispanic Hispanic White/non-Hispanic Multi-ethnic International

22.8% GEND ER

23

3.7%

Unknown/Other

AV ER AGE CL AS S SI Z E

14:1

S T UD EN T/ FACULT Y R AT IO

Student Life Pacific students receive personalized education in small class settings, allowing them to form meaningful relationships with professors and engage deeply in their field of study. In addition, students at University of the Pacific enjoy a vibrant campus life, with activities and events for a diversity of interests, including: Student Organizations: more than 150 student-led clubs

Greek Life: 11 social fraternities and sororities, 15

and organizations on the Stockton campus alone, in addition

professional fraternities; Multicultural Greek Council

to professional organizations across our three campuses NCAA Division I Sports: 10 women’s teams and seven men’s teams, competing in the West Coast Conference Arts and Culture: theatre productions in Long Theatre, concerts in Faye Spanos Concert Hall, exhibitions in Reynolds Art Gallery, movies in the Janet Leigh Theatre

Student Government Arts & Entertainment: provides exclusive and fun activities for students such as TigerLands, Brickyards, off-campus excursions and more Guest Speakers: recent presenters include former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, PBS NewsHour anchor Judy Woodruff, Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, former

Athletic Recreational Activities: 11 active sport clubs,

Cisco CEO John Chambers, and Dr. Philip Ewell (music

variety of intramural sports

theory professor and author of “Confronting Racism and Sexism in American Music Theory”)

Our Values Our students come first in everything we do. Student impact is an important consideration in every decision we make.

We have high academic standards with a focus on teaching, scholarship and experiential learning.

We invest in individualized attention and long-term relationships that build human potential.

We are committed to learning from and enhancing our communities.

We share a sense of purpose and pride in what we accomplish together.

We respect all individuals and embrace the richness that our diversity brings to us as an educational community.

We recognize and honor differences, creativity and bridging what is distinct to create an inclusive environment.

We demonstrate integrity in our actions.

We strive to always do the right thing and hold ourselves and others accountable.

We demonstrate authentic respect for others and a willingness to engage in genuine discourse.

We seek to establish common ground and ways to connect with others.

We honor and value one another.

The Position The Writer/Editor will assist with the development and implementation of effective communication strategies and tactics to inform the university community of news, events, activities and updates on strategic initiatives. The Writer/Editor will contribute to the modernization of Pacific’s internal communications, elevate its storytelling and positively impact its brand by planning, writing, editing and managing content consistent with university brand, voice and style.

The Writer/Editor will report to the Internal Communications Director and collaborate with department colleagues in digital communications, community relations and design, and colleagues across the university. Using excellent storytelling, editing and proofreading skills, the Writer/Editor will tailor content for the university’s internal and external websites, weekly employee e-newsletter, email blasts, print and digital communications and central university events calendar. This position is located on the Stockton Campus and will work on campus. It is not remote.

The Department University Strategic Communications advances and promotes awareness, understanding and support of the university’s mission, vision and accomplishments.

Our award-winning team of writers, editors, designers, photographers/videographers, digital professionals and communications leaders creates inspiring content and engaging experiences that elevate Pacific’s unique brand of personalized learning and professional pathways.

Our role leverages our expertise in external and internal communications, media relations and issues management, community relations, digital and social media and web strategy. We oversee the university’s brand identity including graphic design, photography/videography and print and digital publications.

Position Qualifications MINIMUM

P R E FER R ED

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Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or other related field.

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Excellent storytelling skills.

print communication projects.

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Outstanding proofreading and editing skills.

Experience using interpersonal, communication

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Experience leveraging digital strategy to tell brand stories.

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Experience using Microsoft SharePoint and working with and

and active listening skills to build and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of internal and external constituencies.

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Experience with various types of marketing and communications channels including social media, electronic newsletters, websites, etc.

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writing, presentation and verbal communications.

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Experience in planning, writing, editing and managing and measuring content for digital and

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Excellent command of the English language, including grammar,

within a CMS, such as Drupal.

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Experience using project management and collaboration software, such as Asana or Trello.

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Familiar with email marketing software, such as Constant Contact or MailChimp.

Experience using Windows, Microsoft Word/ Outlook/Excel/PowerPoint.

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Familiar with creative content platforms such as Adobe Spark.

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Familiar with intranets, social media platforms, apps and tools.

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Familiar with Associated Press (AP) style.

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Expertise in communications best practices, including use of photos, video, social media and text to communicate effectively.

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Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Self-motivated, proactive and works well with minimal direction.

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Customer-service driven.

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Strong interpersonal skills, professional demeanor and an exceptional level of organization and attention to detail.

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Ability to juggle many projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.

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Positive attitude, proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhance diversity and inclusion.

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Maintain a positive “helping” disposition and a stellar work ethic.

President's House, Stockton Campus

How to Apply University of the Pacific is currently accepting applications for this position. Applicants will be required to upload a cover letter and current resume, as well as provide contact information for three professional references with their online application.

SUBMIS SION P OR TAL

R EQ UIR ED

Pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings Cover letter Current resume

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression or mental or physical disability. The university will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.

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